Muufo (Somali coconut bread)

Instructions

1. Mix the flour, yeast, sugar, salt and cardamom in a large bowl.
2. Add the lukewarm coconut milk, the beaten egg and the melted butter, then knead for 8 to 10 minutes until you have a smooth, elastic dough.
3. Mix in the shredded coconut and knead for 2 more minutes.
4. Cover and let rise for 1 hour 30 minutes in a warm place, until doubled in size.
5. Punch down the dough, shape it into a ball or small rolls, and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
6. Let rise again for 20 minutes, then brush with milk or beaten egg.
7. Bake at 180 °C for 25 to 30 minutes, until the top is well browned and the bottom sounds hollow when tapped.